Prospective Students

Making the decision to attend college is an exciting and challenging time. Getting admitted to the college of your choice is a significant accomplishment and one that requires a great deal of research and planning.

There will be many differences between high school and college that can add some challenges in the transition to higher education. Take your time to read through the links in this prospective student section to gather information about these differences and the many supports that are available for all students on campus.

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About Villanova

Villanova University was founded in 1842 by the Order of St. Augustine. To this day, Villanova’s Augustinian Catholic intellectual tradition is the cornerstone of an academic community in which students learn to think critically, act compassionately and succeed while serving others. There are more than 10,000 undergraduate, graduate and law students in the University’s six colleges.